
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Castalia Plaza Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA from $700 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Castalia Plaza area of Des Moines.


Grand Homes (55+ Community)

Parkside East

Cypress 1 (East Ridge)

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Castalia Plaza, Des Moines, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Castalia Plaza?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castalia Plaza 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,171 | $795 | $2,488 |
| Castalia Plaza 2 Bedroom Apartments | $993 | $850 | $2,508 |
| Castalia Plaza 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,426 | $975 | $3,045 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Castalia Plaza Neighborhood of Des Moines, IA.
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Cheapest Available Castalia Plaza Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Castalia Plaza area of Des Moines, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Park Winds priced from $795. Grand Homes (55+ Community) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Castalia Plaza apartments for rent in Des Moines, IA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Winds | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $905 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Castalia Plaza, IA
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Castalia Plaza area is the $1.11 price per square foot 4434 Honey Bee Rdg Model at 4434 Honey Bee Rdg, Unit Apartment in the in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Castalia Plaza apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at Prairie Woods Apartments starting at $905 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Castalia Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Castalia Plaza apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4434 Honey Bee Rdg, Unit Apartment | 4434 Honey Bee Rdg | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Prairie Woods Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Grand Homes (55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| The Emory - Altoona | 1BR Monroe | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Hilltop Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Parkside East | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Capitol Grove Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Golfview Condos | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Park Winds | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Castalia Plaza Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Castalia Plaza?
The cheapest apartment in Castalia Plaza is Park Winds which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Castalia Plaza costs $1,145.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Castalia Plaza?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in Castalia Plaza that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Castalia Plaza?
Cheap apartments in Castalia Plaza have an average cost of $466 which is $679 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Castalia Plaza.
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